Factory Tour, tastings:
Park North, Midleton, Co. Cork, IrelandBuy online directly from the producer:
midletondistillerycollection.com/midleton-very-rare/midleton-vr-whiskey-collection/Experimental phase: initial rating derived from official awards and critic reviews
ISC-International Spirits Challenge - Gold
2024
The Irish Whiskey Masters - Gold
2023
NYWSC - New York World Spirits Competition - Gold
2024
Midleton Very Rare 2023 is a distinguished Irish whiskey crafted by Master Distiller Kevin O'Gorman. This vintage release is a harmonious blend of rare and hand-selected single pot still and single grain whiskeys from Midleton's exclusive inventory.
Matured in lightly charred ex-bourbon American oak barrels, it offers a complex aroma featuring notes of nectarines, ripe melon, green apple, and apricot, complemented by pot still spices like freshly peeled ginger and crushed peppercorns. The palate is luscious, presenting succulent fruits and a distinctive creaminess, with herbal undertones reminiscent of chamomile tea.
Midleton Very Rare is a prestigious series of Irish whiskeys produced by the Midleton Distillery, located in County Cork. The Midleton Very Rare series, launched in 1984 by Master Distiller Barry Crockett, is an annual release of carefully selected and blended vintages.